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Cheap flights from South Africa to Madrid, Spain from R6 062

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MAD
May 19 — May 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Madrid. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 April 2026.

Sat 4/720:40
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop15h 50m
Air Algerie
Tue 21/713:30
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 45m
Air Algerie
Deal found 14/4R8 213
Sat 12/920:40
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop17h 15m
Air Algerie
Sun 27/914:55
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Air Algerie
Deal found 15/4R8 897
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/910:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/4R9 190
Wed 17/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/621:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 337
Fri 31/79:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 7/821:50
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 418
Thu 18/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 25/610:45
MAD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R9 549
Thu 25/69:50
JNB
-
MAD
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/77:20
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R9 695
Tue 2/620:40
JNB
-
MAD
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/67:20
MAD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4R9 744
Sat 23/515:05
CPT
-
MAD
2 stops23h 50m
TAAG
Fri 29/518:00
MAD
-
CPT
2 stops20h 00m
TAAG
Deal found 16/4R10 445
Thu 14/519:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 21/517:10
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R11 113
Wed 16/913:15
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop18h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 29/922:55
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R11 146
Tue 2/619:30
CPT
-
MAD
1 stop19h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/610:15
MAD
-
CPT
1 stop26h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R11 227

Find flight deals from South Africa to Madrid

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Madrid flight deals. Data was last updated 19 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 213

One-way from

R6 062

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 732

Good round-trip deal

R13 672 or less

Good one-way deal

R9 557 or less
Air Algerie
  • Air Algerie
  • 4/7-21/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 00m total
  • South Africa to Madrid
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 214 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid Barajas.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Madrid that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Madrid that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

17:50-13:35

1 stop19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/10

12:00-9:40

2 stops21h 40m

R12 074

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

15:05-14:55

2 stops23h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 12/10

19:40-5:45

2 stops34h 05m

R12 205

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

18:00-19:00

1 stop25h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 12/6

7:40-10:30

1 stop26h 50m

R12 824

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

12:40-8:25

1 stop19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Thu 4/6

21:50-4:00

2 stops30h 10m

R13 101

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

19:50-15:30

1 stop19h 40m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 29/5

10:15-4:00

1 stop17h 45m

R13 297
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

12:40-7:35

1 stop18h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 13/10

22:55-15:20

1 stop16h 25m

R13 297

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:15-8:15

1 stop19h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 18/9

22:55-17:30

1 stop18h 35m

R13 378

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-19:40

2 stops23h 50m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 10/5

10:15-10:30

1 stop24h 15m

R13 639

Cape TownMadrid

CPT - MAD

CPTMAD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

19:30-21:25

1 stop25h 55m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 20/6

21:50-10:15

2 stops36h 25m

R13 883

JohannesburgMadrid

JNB - MAD

JNBMAD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-8:25

1 stop19h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Sun 7/6

21:50-4:00

2 stops30h 10m

R14 062

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Madrid

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 801). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 822). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Madrid

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madrid. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madrid. Reviews last updated 19 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from South Africa to Madrid. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 002 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 893 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Madrid. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Madrid from South Africa?

    Madrid Barajas (MAD), located 13,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Turkish Airlines, TAAG, and Qatar Airways can get you from South Africa to Madrid in just under 19h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 05m. The distance between South Africa and Madrid is about 8098 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Madrid one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Madrid are Turkish Airlines (R5 421), Qatar Airways (R5 454), and Emirates (R5 866).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Madrid?

    When deciding which route to take from South Africa to Madrid, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas, Cape Town Intl - Madrid Barajas or Bloemfontein Intl - Madrid Barajas, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    While on average a flight from South Africa to Madrid is generally R12 361, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R5 708. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Madrid Barajas), you can expect to pay R7 642 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Madrid that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Madrid flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Madrid.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Madrid?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Madrid by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Madrid?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Madrid (average of R5 801). Flying from South Africa to Madrid in June is currently the most expensive (average of R15 822). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Madrid

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Madrid. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air AlgerieCheapestR7 180AverageR7 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 607AverageR10 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR8 929AverageR11 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 260AverageR12 858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 622AverageR11 472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 725AverageR14 349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EgyptairCheapestR9 824AverageR11 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air EuropaCheapestR10 082AverageR11 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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LufthansaCheapestR10 309AverageR13 223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 517AverageR12 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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